Twelve tips for maximizing the effectiveness of game-based learning

Michael B. Pitt; Emily C. Borman-Shoap; Walter J. Eppich

doi:10.3109/0142159X.2015.1020289

Twelve tips for maximizing the effectiveness of game-based learning

Michael B. Pitt, Emily C. Borman-Shoap, Walter J. Eppich

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Game-based learning (GBL) in medical education is emerging as a valid alternative to traditional teaching methods. Well-designed GBL sessions use non-threatening competition to capitalize on heightened learner arousal, allowing for high-level engagement and dynamic group discussion. While many templates for specific educational games have been published, little has been written on strategies for educators to create their own or how to use them with maximal effectiveness. These 12 tips provide specific recommendations for the successful design and implementation of GBL sessions in medical education based on a review of the literature and insight from experienced designers.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	1013-1017
Number of pages	5
Journal	Medical Teacher
Volume	37
Issue number	11
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.3109/0142159X.2015.1020289
State	Published - Nov 2 2015

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